Third Wave Coffee Hiring for Coffee QA / QC Lead at Bangalore Urban, Karnataka, India Full Time

Responsibilities:

• Develop & enforce quality procedures across all coffee production stages, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Maintain quality standards for raw materials, promoting sustainable sourcing practices.
• Conduct regular facility inspections to ensure compliance & foster a culture of safety.
• Collaborate with local growers to ensure consistent material quality & support community development.
• Lead a QA QC team, providing training & support for effective execution of procedures.
• Investigate & resolve quality issues promptly to uphold company reputation & customer satisfaction.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency & cost-effectiveness.
• Monitor quality-related KPIs, providing regular reports for data-driven decision-making.
• Stay updated on industry trends & regulatory requirements, ensuring compliance & sustainability efforts.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Agriculture, or related field; advanced degree in Coffee preferred.
• Minimum 6-8 years’ quality assurance/control experience, preferably in coffee or related sectors, with a deep understanding of the Indian coffee market.
• Knowledge of Indian food safety regulations (e.g., FSSAI), quality management systems (e.g., ISO 22000).
• Strong leadership skills, proven team management, & performance improvement in multicultural settings.
• Excellent analytical, communication, & interpersonal abilities for effective collaboration with diverse stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented & organized, driven by a passion for excellence & continuous improvement in coffee quality & sustainability.